Sunday, January 22, 2012

The round ripple, crib blanket sized, completed this morning and ready to make its way to the new mom to be. I had initially wanted to end in pink but the blanket was 54 inches which I thought was large enough so beige it was and edged in a scallop.

Also ready for take off this week are my little bags with their Valentine treats to two special little misses. I finally decided on flowers instead of the hearts for an embellishment. These are such fun little bags to make. The pattern can be found at Tangled Happy, Boutique-bag

My round ripple for Pammy Sue's CAL is still in the works. Plans are to work on it and try for a finish the end of this week.

Currently on the look out for an afghan pattern suitable for an engagement present. I have found a few patterns and trying one out right now but would appreciate any suggestions. I did see a beautiful Fisherman's afghan but so far have not been able to locate the pattern. Books out of print!

And as far as my winter's break ... I still am having a lot of issues with Blogger. I cannot always leave comments, can't follow or see my followers, and find the screen freezes on posts, on my blog as well as others. I just haven't time to try and find another avenue although it seems that that is something I really need to do. To limit the frustration I will be taking a blogging break for a while. When I do get to design another doily, etc., I will post and I certainly will be out visiting your blogs, I could never stay away from that. So for at least a few weeks I will be seeing how I can resolve the blogging problems and spend more time with my hooks. Keep warm and safe. See you at your house!

Monday, January 16, 2012

Time to get the coffee brewing and start the day. A little later these past days, back to normal schedule tomorrow. Was nice to have a few days of quiet. Bandages and stitches coming off and out today. A bit of soreness but the numbness is gone. What a relief. Will need to have the other hand done as well, but not sure yet when I will do that.

Crisp, cold (bitter) and sunny this morning. A picture to see the sun streaming through the orchard, very beautiful. Time for that coffee and my morning prayer. Blessings to your day.

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Bundling up and heading out. Yes, I know its winter but ...
the wind, so strong the past two days. F r e e z i n g !

Now the good thing, great to spend some time crocheting away. The ever growing ghans are so pretty and providing some nice warmth as they are worked on! Hope to get a few more rows onPammy Sue's CAL and to post a picture either later or tomorrow. I think this has taken over as my all time favorite.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

I love round ripple afghans. Over the past few years I have made quite a few. I enjoy crocheting them, I love how they look and the recipients are thrilled with them. Currently a pink/brown/beige one is working up for the arrival of a little miss come spring.

To acknowledge my fickleness when it comes to crochet and especially round ripple afghans, I have also just started this stunner. Pammy Sue of Scotty's Place is hosting a crochet a long on this pattern from the December 2011 issue of Crochet World. I am smitten! I can see "several" in the future.

Hop over and join in. You'll be glad you did! Its a great and fun pattern to make.

Friday, January 6, 2012

and for once I have listened. The color sequence for this was 10 rows however, the last one ended up being just five rows as I found I didn't have any more of the green yarn. Normally, I would have high tailed it to Michael's or WalMart and purchased another skein (and probably a "few" more in the process) but measured and this grannyghan is at 43 inches. More then enough for a very comfortable lapghan so a row of single crochet followed by a row of reverse single crochet and its complete.

It is very satisfying to be able to complete a project just from what's on hand. The winter months will be a good time to continue decreasing the yarn mountain and increase the lapghan supply. I have two patterns in mind for the next ones with one being from scrap yarns. Looking forward to that as I have never done one like that before. First to finish a round ripple.

Thursday, January 5, 2012

We've finally hit single digit on the thermometer. Good day to stay tucked in.

Carpal tunnel surgery yesterday went like a breeze! Got there at 7:00am was on the way home at 9:30am. How amazing is that? Smarts a tad today but nothing that can't be dealt with. Catch this ... I can even crochet!

Taking advantage of some quiet time. Think I will get some good soup simmering in a bit, light some candles, find a good old black and white movie and kick back.

Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen's Prayer for Spiritual Adoption

Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you very much. I beg you to spare the life of the preborn child that I have spiritually adopted who is in danger of abortion.

Glory of The Season

Almighty God, Father of allnations,For freedom you have set usfree in Christ Jesus.We praise you and bless youfor the gift of religious liberty,The foundation of humanrights, justice, and the common good.Grant to our leaders thewisdom to protect and promote our liberties;By your grace may we havethe courage to defend them,For ourselves and for allthose who live in this blessed land.We ask this through theintercession of Mary Immaculate, our patroness,And in the name of yourSon, our Lord, Jesus Christ,In the unity of the HolySpirit,With whom you live andreign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Today is special ...

Today is God's gift to you, how you use it is your gift to God

Before the Threshold of My Day

I've much to do today, dear Lord,But let me kneel a bitBefore the threshold of my dayThat I may enter itWith mind serene andheart made freshwith fragrant heavenly dew.That every moment of the dayI'll be reflecting you.

May today there be peace within.
May you trust that you are exactly
where you are meant to be.
May you not forget the infinite possibilities
that are born of faith in yourself and others.
May you use the gifts that you have received,
and pass on the love that has been given to you.
May you be content with yourself just the way
you are.

Let this knowledge settle into your bones,
and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance,
praise and love. It is there for each and
every one of us.